About the role
Municipal administration chiefs lead and coordinate the work within a municipal administration. They often have a college education in public administration, law, economics, or similar. Their role is strategic and includes translating political decisions into practical action.Responsibilities
Municipal administration chiefs are responsible for leading the administration's work and ensuring that it is in line with the guidelines of the municipal council. They oversee the budget, staff, and the quality of operations. They are also responsible for developing and streamlining the administration's processes and services.Skills and tools
Municipal administration chiefs must have strong leadership skills, knowledge in public administration, and an understanding of political processes. They use tools for project management, budgeting, and reporting. Communication and collaboration skills are central to their work. Common competencies demanded by employers are personalansvar, budgetansvar and utvecklingsarbete.